A fast-paced musical comedy, in which some of Charles Dickens' best-loved books and characters are brought to life, including Tiny Tim from A Christmas Carol, performing a rockin' electric guitar solo, and a flaming bride courtesy of Great Expectations. Written and directed by Adam Long. View our ticket deals.

The Arts Theatre was built in 1927 as a members club, which allowed it to circumvent the censorship laws and perform unusual and avant garde fare. One of the smallest West End theatres, it has retained its reputation for short runs of innovative and controversial productions. More about Arts Theatre

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StompLondon > Events > Theatre Dates: 1st August - 8th January 2017Dickens Abridged, West Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H |
1 minute from Dickens AbridgedStomp stages an aural assault on your senses at the Ambassadors Theatre. There is no plot, no dialogue and nobody speaks a word. Instead a group ...More

English National Opera: The Winter's TaleLondon > Events > Concerts Dates: 27th February to 14th March 2017Dickens Abridged, St Martin's Lane, WC2N |
3 minutes from Dickens AbridgedThe ENO presents a world premiere of Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale. The tale of love, loss and reconciliation sees the King of Sicilia mistakenly believe that ...More

Arts TheatreLondon > Entertainment > Theatres6-7 Great Newport Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H |
Same location as Dickens AbridgedThe Arts Theatre was built in 1927 as a members club, which allowed it to circumvent the censorship laws and perform unusual and avant garde fare. ...More

The HippodromeLondon > Entertainment > TheatresLeicester Square, Soho, London WC2H |
1 minute from Dickens AbridgedMost Londoners have a feeling of nostalgia when they see The Hippodrome, a famous and historic Grade II listed building adjacent to Leicester Square. What was ...More

Wyndham's TheatreLondon > Entertainment > TheatresCharing Cross Road, Soho, London WC2H |
2 minutes from Dickens AbridgedWyndham's Theatre opened in Charing Cross Road on 16th November 1899 and was owned by Charles Wyndham. One of its biggest hits was Sandy Wilson's The ...More

Any Amount of BooksLondon > Shopping > Books62 Charing Cross Road, Soho, London WC2H |
1 minute from Dickens AbridgedA delightful second-hand bookshop with a wide choice that ranges from antiquarian first editions to the bargain basement. Rare books, first editions, modern literature, art and ...More

StanfordsLondon > Shopping > Books12-14 Long Acre, Covent Garden, London WC2E |
1 minute from Dickens AbridgedIntrepid explorers already know where to travel for the best selection of maps and travel books. Stanfords should be the first pit stop on any journey. ...More

The SanctuaryLondon > Leisure > Fitness12 Floral Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E |
3 minutes from Dickens AbridgedThis day spa exclusively for women is a total pampering experience from the minute you step through the door. Located in bustling Covent Garden you'll soon ...More

Phoenix GardenLondon > Leisure > Parks and Gardens21 Stacey Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H |
4 minutes from Dickens AbridgedIn the shadow of both Centrepoint and St Giles-in-the-Fields Church, hidden from most tourists and residents alike, lies this beautiful West End garden. Originally a car ...More

Lamb & FlagLondon > Nightlife > Pubs33 Rose Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E |
2 minutes from Dickens AbridgedOne of the oldest pubs in London, the Lamb & Flag was once known as the Bucket of Blood, thanks to the bare-knuckle fights held here. ...More

Cork & BottleLondon > Nightlife > Wine Bars44 Cranbourn Street, Soho, London WC2H |
2 minutes from Dickens AbridgedLocated in the heart of the West End you’d expect it to be packed with the usual crowds but hidden in a basement below a sex ...More

B.Y.O.CLondon > Nightlife > Bars28 Bedfordbury Street, Covent Garden, Covent Garden, London WC2N |
2 minutes from Dickens AbridgedA speakeasy bar with a twist, B.Y.O.C is a cocktail bar that doesn't stock any alcohol. But, before snubbing it in disgust, you can relax in ...More

Dirty Great Love StoryDirty Great Love StoryRichard Marsh and Katie Bonna's Fringe First Award-winning romantic comedy of good intentions and bad timing makes its West End debut, wondering if a drunken one-night stand last a lifetime.2017-01-18T19:30:00+00002017-03-18T00:00:00+0000
Where:

Arts Theatre,
6-7
Great Newport Street
WC2H 7JB

Category: event

Dirty Great Love Storyevent > Theatre > ComediesPRICING£20-£45, Jan 18-25 previews £10-£30DATES18th January to 18th March 2017VENUEArts TheatreRichard Marsh and Katie Bonna's Fringe First Award-winning romantic comedy of good intentions and bad timing makes its West End debut, wondering if a drunken one-night stand last a lifetime.

The Wipers TimesThe Wipers TimesBased on the critically acclaimed, award-winning BBC film, the drama documents the struggles of Captain Fred Roberts as he seeks to publish a satirical magazine ridiculing the enemy during the First World War. Written by Ian Hislop and Nick Newman and directed by Caroline Leslie.2017-03-21T19:30:00+00002017-05-13T00:00:00+0100
Where:

Arts Theatre,
6-7
Great Newport Street
WC2H 7JB

Category: event

The Wipers Timesevent > Theatre > DramasPRICING£24.50-£55DATES21st March to 13th May 2017VENUEArts TheatreBased on the critically acclaimed, award-winning BBC film, the drama documents the struggles of Captain Fred Roberts as he seeks to publish a satirical magazine ridiculing the enemy during the First World War. Written by Ian Hislop and Nick Newman and directed by Caroline Leslie.